Listen "094: Navigating Digital Overwhelm and ADHD with Craig Mattson"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the ADHD Goals podcast, host Laurence discusses digital overwhelm and ADHD with guest Craig Mattson, an organisational researcher and professor at Calvin University. Craig, who authored 'Digital Overwhelm: A Mid-Career Guide to Coping at Work,' shares insights on his research, the concept of mode switching, and practical strategies to manage digital fatigue. The conversation delves into the importance of setting boundaries, effective communication, and the need for flexible but purposeful use of digital tools to enhance productivity and well-being at work.Craig Mattson’s Website: http://themodeswitch.com 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction02:11 Craig Matson's Background and Research04:23 The Importance of Communication in the Workplace07:26 Digital Tools and Their Impact08:38 Overview of the Book: Digital Overwhelm12:28 Mode Switching and Its Relevance to ADHD15:26 Challenges of Mode Switching for ADHD21:24 Workplace Accommodations for Neurodiversity28:11 Hybrid Work and Mode Switching31:06 Navigating Company Values and Growth31:52 ADHD and Workplace Dynamics33:28 Understanding Executive Dysfunction36:25 The Impact of Technology on Attention39:32 Balancing Digital and Analog Tools45:01 The Art of Boundary Setting49:46 Advocacy in the Workplace52:40 Conclusion and ResourcesJoin the FREE ADHD Goals Communityhttps://members.adhdgoals.co/communities/groups/adhd-goals-community/home Need Help with your ADHD?Visit my website: https://adhdgoals.co/Book a FREE call intro call : https://adhdgoals.co/free-intro-call-booking/ FOLLOW MEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhd_goals/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhd.goals Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adhdgoals/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-goals/
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